title: Use of a reverse cross-finger flap as a vascularized vein graft carrier in ring avulsion injuries.
abstract: We describe the use of a reverse cross-finger pedicle flap, previously described by Atasoy, that carries veins used as vascularized grafts to restore venous drainage in ring avulsion injuries. In addition, vascularized soft tissue is provided to cover extensor tendon and exposed bone.
authors.affiliation: Christine K. Kleinert Institute for Hand and Micro Surgery, Louisville, Ky.
authors.forename: D L
authors.initials: DL
authors.lastname: Martin
authors.forename: I B
authors.initials: IB
authors.lastname: Kaplan
authors.forename: J M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Kleinert
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D005383:Finger Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D005385:Fingers / Q000098:blood supply*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000379:methods